Fire classification requirements for the use of rooflights in buildings - England

Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10EN

The Rooflight Association, 2025
Fire classification requirements for the use of rooflights in buildings - England Download document

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Current

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Core Supplement

Series

Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide

Abstract

Provides an overview of fire safety requirements as outlined in the Building Regulations England 2010, Approved Document B Fire safety (2025 amendments), with a focus on rooflights. Approved Document B consists of Volume 1 (Dwellings) and Volume 2 (Buildings other than dwellings) and defines fire safety requirements which apply to buildings in England.

History

Supersedes Rooflighting Best Practice Quickguide 10EN: 'Fire rating requirements for use of rooflights in buildings - England' (The Rooflight Association, 2024).

Subjects

  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Roofs
  • Windows and doors
  • Building structure
  • Rooflights
  • Thermal insulation

Publisher History

The trade association representing the UK’s rooflight industry develop standards and codes of practice in the provision of natural light in built environments. Publications cover all aspects of rooflight design, specification and installation. They were formerly known as NARM, the National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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